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HelloFreshFSQA Manager – Produce, Herbs and Mushrooms (f/m/x)
HelloFresh is seeking an experienced FSQA Manager to oversee produce, herbs, and mushrooms within its international food safety and quality assurance team. Based in Amsterdam, the…
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HelloFresh is seeking an experienced FSQA Manager to oversee produce, herbs, and mushrooms within its international food safety and quality assurance team. Based in Amsterdam, the person in this position takes full responsibility for the designated category by collaborating with European suppliers alongside internal partners in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, and distribution hubs. This opportunity involves directing food safety and quality management, conducting supplier audits and onboarding visits, and executing…
Job Description
HelloFresh is seeking an experienced FSQA Manager to oversee produce, herbs, and mushrooms within its international food safety and quality assurance team. Based in Amsterdam, the person in this position takes full responsibility for the designated category by collaborating with European suppliers alongside internal partners in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, and distribution hubs.
This opportunity involves directing food safety and quality management, conducting supplier audits and onboarding visits, and executing strategic initiatives to minimize complaints and elevate customer satisfaction. The role requires tracking performance metrics, investigating incidents using root cause analysis, and establishing corrective actions.
The position is suited for professionals with a science background and food industry quality management experience who are comfortable managing multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced setting.
Responsibilities
- Direct food safety and quality management for the herb and mushroom categories across international suppliers
- Perform on-site supplier audits and approval visits across Europe to verify adherence to EU food safety regulations and company standards
- Manage the onboarding process for new vendors and items to ensure compliance with legal, traceability, and quality benchmarks
- Drive strategic quality enhancement initiatives designed to decrease complaints and boost customer satisfaction
- Monitor supplier performance metrics including compliance KPIs, out-of-spec shipments, and corrective action follow-through
- Examine and resolve quality issues utilizing structured root cause analysis and robust preventive measures
Requirements
- Hold a science-based degree in fields such as Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or an equivalent discipline
- Bring at least three years of food industry experience in quality management or food safety
- Demonstrate proven auditing experience with food manufacturers using GFSI standards like BRC, IFS, or FSSC 22000
- Possess a solid grasp of EU food safety laws and international supply chains
- Communicate fluently in written and spoken English
- Maintain the willingness to travel within Europe for approximately 20% of the time
- Show intermediate to advanced proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office applications
Qualifications
- Background in production, processing, or supply chains
- Prior experience operating within multi-market organizations
Core Skills
Benefits
- Receive a 20% discount on HelloFresh subscriptions and 40% off Factor subscriptions
- Access the Benefits at Work platform for brand discounts on Nike, Bol.com, and IKEA
- Get a company laptop and a 250 euro home office setup budget
- Contribute to the Bedrijfspensioenfonds Levensmiddelen pension scheme
- Obtain discounts on gym memberships via Bedrijfsfitness Nederland and ClassPass
- Access free bootcamp classes in Amsterdam and free subscriptions to Headspace and OpenUp
- Receive a 7.5% discount on additional health insurance at Zilveren Kruis for 2025
- Work flexibly through a hybrid model combining 50% office and 50% remote time
- Get a daily remote work allowance of 2.45 euros
- Receive 24 days of annual leave on a pro-rated basis, increasing by one day per year of service up to 30 days
- Obtain full reimbursement for second-class public transport to the office and travel allowances for car and bicycle commuting
- Work from another country for up to 8 weeks per year if eligible
- Access a dedicated annual budget and cross-market mentoring program for professional development
- Enjoy fresh homemade lunches in the office for 3 euro per day, weekly Friday drinks, quarterly strategy sessions, and team events
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Where is this job located?
The position is based in the international Food Safety & Quality Assurance team in Amsterdam, and features a hybrid work arrangement with 50% time spent in the office and 50% remote.
What travel is required for this role?
Travel within Europe is expected for this position, with approximately 20% travel required for on-site supplier audits and approval visits.
What are the core educational requirements?
Candidates must hold a science-based degree in disciplines such as Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or an equivalent field.
What is the salary for this position?
The posting does not specify a salary.
How do I apply?
Applicants should submit a complete application including salary expectations and earliest starting date through the application form.
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